For those with a disc rack full of Blu-ray packages and who’d like to shove all those optical discs to the attic for a streamlined media server solution — without resorting to other routes like downloading or cracking open AACS — Managed Copy is finally on the way, thanks to the just finalized AACS specification , to offer an authorized option for making a copy of your Blu-ray disc. We had a nice long talk with gatekeepers AACS-LA about what to expect when compatible Blu-ray hardware arrives in 2010 and Managed Copy-enabled discs begin shipping later this year ; for more details like how many copies can be made, how the DRM works and how much this might cost head over to Engadget HD and see what it all means, and hopefully when we can put away our discs for the last time in favor of a Blu-ray Jukebox. Filed under: HDTV , Home Entertainment The plan for legit Blu-ray copies explained at Engadget HD originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 19 Jun 2009 20:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds .

Lots of us have been using the iPhone 3.0 beta full-time. Now we’re rolling back, because it is decidedly NOT ready. Here’s how to downgrade back to 2.2.1 if you are in a similar predicament. Now, we’re not saying we’re surprised, or angry, or anything. It’s beta software, and beta software is by definition not ready for everyday use. But in the pursuit of the latest and greatest thing, we all have learned that a little bit of inconsistency or crashiness is often a fair price to pay for being on the cutting edge

Remember how the RIAA was getting ISPs to help battle copyright infringers after they gave up lawsuits, and AT&T was all “no comment”? Now AT&T and Comcast admit , yep, they’re working with the RIAA. AT&T says they’re not doing any of the actual spotting—the RIAA is handling that part—they’re just “forwarding notices from content providers to our customers” to edumacate them. Cnet’s Greg Sandoval reports that a Comcast executive not only confirmed their part of the RIAA’s new buddy group—which includes AT&T, Comcast and Cox—but said that they’ve sent customers two million warning notices about infringement. What happens if you ignore AT&T’s notices? Will they disconnect you?

Remember how the RIAA was getting ISPs to help battle copyright infringers after they gave up lawsuits, and AT&T was all “no comment”? Now AT&T confirms they’re working with the RIAA. UPDATED . AT&T says they’re not doing any of the actual spotting—the RIAA is handling that part—they’re just “forwarding notices from content providers to our customers” to edumacate them.

Mike Elgan, former editor-in-chief for Windows Magazine, writes a great column on how gadgets blogs fail readers . It’s solid feedback and tough love. Here’s my list on why Tech Magazines are failing readers: 1) Too Slow: Most Computer magazines will write reviews of product you’ve already bought or read about on blogs 2 months before. With the exception of Laptop Mag and a few others.

Looks like CNET might’ve jumped the gun a bit, releasing a video podcast that outed Canon ’s oft rumored EOS Rebel T1i before the company had a chance to announce it themselves. The evidence has since been pulled and we’re looking for a copy to verify, but according to the DP Review forum posters who claim to have seen it, the 15 megapixel DSLR has the same sensor size as the 50D and can shoot video at 720p / 30 FPS and 1080p / 20 FPS. Its frame is comparable to the Rebel XSi . Earlier this month, a Danish publication Zoom said it was invited to a Canon press conference scheduled for tomorrow, and we think we’ve got a good clue as to what it might unveil… [Via Photography Bay ; thanks, Eric] Read - Rebel T1i leak Read - Canon press conference on March 25 Filed under: Digital Cameras Canon’s EOS Rebel T1i DSLR leaked? originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 24 Mar 2009 21:48:00 EST

Back is the initially touted then disabled feature of Genius recommendations for movies and TV shows in iTunes 8.1 , iLounge is reporting. It only works for official videos purchased or rented in the iTunes store (or transferred from a Blu-ray disc’s digital copy), and seems to vary country-by-country. It’s a further indication that lots of the Genius-related magic happens on the server, as the feature was re-introduced to iTunes without a local software update, according to the iLounge folks. So, as you can see, I don’t use iTunes to keep track of my movies, so Genius couldn’t offer me any recommendations inside my library. And if you need something to suggest to you that you may be interested in the other Batman movies while you’re watching Dark Knight , this is the tool for you.

If you’re still on the fence about picking up the Snap-on TV DVB-T tuner for your Archos 5 , the crew at the French-language site Archos Lounge have snagged a copy and run it through the ringer. Turns out that even with that extra antenna, you’ll still need to be reasonably close to the signal source and preferably not blocked by too many walls if you plan on enjoying a broadcast. If all the conditions are optimal, they say it’s a pretty decent attachment. If that’s not enough, they also produced a “moving pictures” version of their review, completely with a rather kicking soundtrack. Dim the lights, grab some popcorn, and check out the video after the break. Continue reading Archos 5 Snap-on TV DVB-T tuner reviewed on video with disarmingly alluring soundtrack Filed under: Portable Audio , Portable Video Archos 5 Snap-on TV DVB-T tuner reviewed on video with disarmingly alluring soundtrack originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:19:00 EST.

Chinese bloggers have posted photos that are rumored to depict what the Lenovo oPhone ’s operating system looks like. Apparently, much like their moniker, the oPhone OS also has that slight Apple-y touch. Rounded square icons against a black background? It’s like they’re not even trying to differentiate themselves. Also iPhone like - you slide your finger across the screen to move to the next page of apps. As a play on their name, the pointer icon is in the shape of an “o.” Cute, though it looks like there might be some freezing problems in the initial OS build - check out that shadow in the bottom left corner.

Flip phones have been dead to me since I left Japan, so Nokia’s 7205 Intrigue for Verizon is the first one that’s actually made me look twice. The external display is a blank slate until it lights up with incoming text messages or play music (not entirely unique, but still classy) I also like the ginormous d-pad—either a traditional cross, or a pink flower-petal style for girlies. It’s also got visual voicemail, and something called Habitat mode that rearranges your contacts in a weird way. Green points are the low-power charger and reminder to pull your phone out of the wall when it’s fully charged, and it’s in a fully recycled container. It’s a bit pricey though, at $180 with 2-year contract before the $50 mail-in rebate drops it down to $130